About Wat Samret
Wat Samret is the oldest temple on Koh Samui near Lamai, home to a rare ancient stone Buddha image. A meaningful stop for culture-focused visitors exploring the island's spiritual heritage.
Oldest temple on Samui featuring an ancient stone Buddha image. Suits culture-focused visitors.
Why visit
- Houses a rare seated stone Buddha image, one of very few of its kind remaining in Thailand
- Original ordination hall and chedi date back several centuries, predating most other Samui temples
- Quiet inland Lamai location avoids the tour-bus crowds of Wat Plai Laem and Big Buddha
- Resident monks accept morning alms and welcome respectful visitors during daylight hours
- Combine with nearby Wat Khunaram mummified monk shrine for a deeper Lamai temple half-day
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